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Michael BeallFrom: AutoCAD Productivity Articles #124
Originally published: April 2013

The Doughnut/Donut

by Michael Beall

Donut commandIn addition to creating what looks like a doughnut, the Donut command can also create a dot. I call it a ‘Bingo dot’ because it looks like the dot you can dab on a Bingo card.

How to Create a Dot with the Donut Command

  1. A DonutFrom the expanded Draw panel, click Donut.

  2. Enter 0 for the inside diameter, then specify the desired outside diameter.

  3. Now specify the location(s) for the donut. It's one of the rare commands that is in 'multiple' mode by default, so you can place as many as you want without repeating the command.

  4. Press ESC when you're finished.

A donut dot

Note: You can also launch the command by typing either DONUT or DOUGHNUT. Seriously

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